Data Privacy & Cybersecurity

Irish and Austrian Data Protection Authorities Meeting

The Austrian Data Protection Authority hosted officials from the Irish Data Protection Commission for a meeting on January 13, 2026. The meeting aimed to discuss matters of mutual interest and further strengthen the close cooperation between the two regulatory bodies, particularly concerning cross-border data protection cases.

Data Protection Authority Joint Database Launched

The Austrian Data Protection Authority and the Parliamentary Committee for Data Protection (PDK) have launched a joint database for their decisions within the legal information system (RIS). This new application, named 'Datenschutz-Aufsichtsbehörden', aims to streamline access to data protection rulings.

byRisk Project Newsletter 2 Supports SMEs with Data Protection Risks

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority has released the second newsletter for the European byRisk project, which aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in identifying and analyzing data protection risks. This issue details project progress, including risk categorization and the design of a new risk assessment tool.

Hellenic Data Protection Authority Holds Dialogue Day with Research Community

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) successfully held its "1st Dialogue Day with the Research Community" on October 1, 2025. The event focused on strengthening cooperation with academic and research institutions on data protection issues, including AI applications and privacy-friendly digital wallets.

Hellenic DPA byRisk Project: Data Protection for SMEs and Public Awareness

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority has launched the byRisk project, co-funded by the European Commission, to support SMEs in data protection risk assessment and raise public awareness. The project aims to develop tools for SMEs and the general public, with pilot operations expected by March 2026 and an international conference planned for October 2026.

Hellenic DPA Information Day 2026 on Data Protection and AI

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA) held an Information Day on Data Protection Day 2026, discussing the GDPR, the proposed AI Act, and the HDPA's role. The event highlighted the need for effective implementation of regulations and adequate resources for the HDPA.

Seminar on Privacy Risks from Personal Data Processing

The Hellenic Data Protection Authority and the University of Piraeus are organizing an online seminar on privacy risks associated with personal data processing, particularly concerning Artificial Intelligence. The seminar is part of the byRisk project and is open to the general public.

Data Protection Basics Training Session

The CNPD of Luxembourg is offering a free 'Data Protection Basics' training session in French on June 16, 2026. The 5-hour session is designed for individuals new to data protection and aims to explain the core principles of the RGPD. Registration is required via email.

CNPD AI Data Protection Training Session

The CNPD is offering a 4-hour in-person training session on Data Protection Basics: Artificial Intelligence. The training aims to help participants understand the challenges of AI concerning data protection and the GDPR, and is scheduled for May 5, 2026.

Data Protection Basics Training - RGPD Introduction

The CNPD (Luxembourg's data protection authority) is offering a 5-hour introductory training session on data protection basics and the RGPD. The training is aimed at individuals new to data protection and will be held in French on April 14, 2026, in Belval.